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by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Quercetin has an apoptotic effect on aging cells that may help prevent or be helpful in the treatment of cancer; years of research have also demonstrated it prevents chemically induced cancer and lung cancer, and inhibits the proliferation of cancer cells Quercetin has also demonstrated the ability to mitigate some […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE The loss of muscle mass that occurs with age is known as sarcopenia, the most obvious cause of which is inactivity Your muscles need sufficient amounts of protein. Poor digestion can impede your ability to absorb protein, thereby contributing to sarcopenia Whey protein has been shown to stimulate muscle […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Elderberry contains zinc and antioxidants, including vitamin C and anthocyanin (a flavonoid found in blue and purple fruits and berries), known for their ability to boost immune function and inhibit cold and flu A 2004 study found taking 15 milliliters (1 tablespoon) of elderberry syrup four times a day […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Data presented at the 2022 Experimental Biology meeting showed omega-3 fatty acids could cut tumor growth by 67% when combined with immunotherapy or anti-inflammatory therapy, but omega-6 fats could accelerate tumor growth Past research has demonstrated an unbalanced intake of omega-6 fats, commonly found in vegetable oils and processed […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Lung function tends to peak around the age of 30, after which it starts to decline. The rate of decline varies depending on factors such as smoking, exercise, exposure to pollutants, medical conditions and diet Anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid, have been shown to improve symptoms of chronic obstructive […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE In simple terms, mitochondria are the powerhouse of your cells, producing about 90% of the energy being generated in your body Everything that happens in your body, each and every muscle contraction and relaxation, biochemical cascade, cellular regeneration, detoxification and so on requires energy Free radicals formed at the […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Natural killer (NK) cells are a specific type of white blood cell. They’re an important component of your cell-mediated (innate) immune system and are involved in both viral diseases and cancer NK cells are cytotoxic; they induce apoptosis (programmed cell death), which destroys the virus along with the infected cell […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Curcumin, a bioactive ingredient in the spice turmeric, has over 160 potentially therapeutic activities, including anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective and anticancer benefits Research suggests curcumin may have long-term effects on your cognitive function by protecting against brain inflammation. By boosting mood, it may also help prevent depression Compared to controls, patients who […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Your adrenal glands secrete more than 50 hormones, including aldosterone (which helps regulate your blood pressure), and cortisol and adrenaline, both of which can become overactivated by stress Exposure to chronic inflammation or long-term illness can result in hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis dysfunction, triggering symptoms associated with “adrenal fatigue” Adaptogenic herbs […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE The vast majority, 95%, of the melatonin your body produces is made inside your mitochondria in response to near-infrared radiation from the sun. Only 5% of melatonin is produced in your pineal gland at night During the day, near-infrared rays from the sun penetrate deep into your body and activate […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE When taking high-dose vitamin D3, it’s important to also take extra vitamin K2 and magnesium to avoid complications associated with excessive calcification Magnesium, the fourth most abundant mineral in your body, is a component necessary for the activation of vitamin D, and without sufficient amounts of it, your body cannot […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY AT-A-GLANCE Richard Hirschman, a board-certified embalmer, has been finding “strange clots” in the bodies of the deceased since the rollout of COVID-19 shots Hirschman describes, and has photographed, unnatural, fibrous clots that are filling vessels and veins, making it difficult for embalming to occur; his colleagues have had similar experiences […]
by Dr. Valerie Donaldson via Regenerative Medicine Center Looking at Hydroxychloroquine, Azithromycin, Zinc, and Vitamin D3 with or without Intravenous Vit C: An International, Multicenter, Randomized Trial Background Introduction Since the emergence of the Covid pandemic, various combinations of drugs and nutraceuticals have been used in attempt to decrease hospitalizations and help millions of people […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE In 2012, 52% of American adults reported using nutritional supplements, a statistic that had remained stable since 1999. In 2021, 80% of Americans reported using supplements While the use of multivitamins had decreased somewhat by 2012 before going back up, use of vitamin D and omega-3 supplements have continued to […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola Story at-a-glance Oregano is an herb with a potent antioxidant capacity that not only is high in the phytonutrients carvacrol and thymol, but has one of the higher Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC) measurements in the herb family Oregano oil can be purchased as an extract or essential oil. The extract, […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Rhonda Patrick, Ph.D., discusses vitamin C in-depth, covering everything from its effects on immune function and viral infections to the bioavailability of different vitamin C forms and administrations, such as oral or intravenous — plus much more Vitamin C, even in small quantities, protects proteins, lipids and even DNA and […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Part of what makes COVID-19 such a dangerous disease in severe cases is because it can trigger a cytokine storm reaction leading to sepsis, organ failure and death Astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant supplement derived from microalgae, has many health effects that render it an ideal candidate as an adjunct therapy […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE While most well-known as a natural sleep regulator, melatonin also has many other important functions. It boosts immune function, helps recharge glutathione and may improve treatment of certain bacterial diseases; it has anticonvulsant and antiexcitotoxic properties, and is a potent antioxidant with the rare ability to enter your mitochondria In […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Vitamin C can help boost your immune system, protect against heart disease, keep your eyes healthy, and combat oxidative stress from free radicals Red bell peppers, which are botanically classified as a fruit and not a vegetable, are some of the richest natural sources of vitamin C, containing more than […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE The start of a new year is often a good time to take stock and plan out beneficial lifestyle changes. Included are 22 tips for making 2022 your healthiest year yet Top tips include optimizing your vitamin D, targeting your immune system with immune-boosting nutraceuticals, treating COVID symptoms early, improving […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE Vitamin deficiencies, such as vitamin D and the B vitamins, can interrupt your sleep patterns. Vitamin D influences sleep, including reducing neurological symptoms, sleep apnea, and lowering the risk of sleep disorders Vitamin D plays a role in the production of acetylcholine. The body uses B vitamins and vitamin D […]
hy Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE In the mid-1960s, the autism rate was 1 in 10,000. By 2012, it had shot up to 1 in 88. In 2016, it was 1 in 68, and now it’s 1 in 44 8-year-olds Rates vary widely from state to state. In California, where incidence is the highest, 1 in […]
by Dr. Joseph Mercola STORY-AT-A-GLANCE If you had COVID-19 or received a COVID-19 injection, you may have dangerous spike proteins circulating in your body Spike proteins can circulate in your body after infection or injection, causing damage to cells, tissues and organs The World Council for Health has released a spike protein detox guide, which […]